Monterey Proposes New Employee Guidelines To Match Charter
Monterey has proposed new employee policies that would limit the mayor’s authority over personnel decisions. The Mayor and Board of Aldermen held a work session Monday with MTAS HR Consultant John Grubbs. Grubbs said he drafted a new handbook that includes the responsibilities of the Civil Service Board. “Through this adoption, you have removed the […]
McMinnville Looking To Hire New Community Development Director
The city of McMinnville wants to hire a full time Community Development Director after leaving the position vacant for the past two years. HR Manager Libby Rutledge said when City Administrator Nolan Ming was promoted from that position, he assumed both roles. “During COVID, a lot of development slowed down, so it wasn’t that busy,” […]
McMinnville Hiring Lifeguards for Summer
You can get paid to spend your summer at the pool by applying to be a lifeguard with McMinnville Parks and Recreation. Wellness Coordinator and Pool Manager Mari-Lynn Wilson said in addition to being at the pool, lifeguards gain valuable experience that can further them in life. “Being a lifeguard is so rewarding–it is a […]
Clarification On Monterey Hiring Process Turns To Disputes Among Aldermen
Clarification on the hiring process. That is what the Monterey Board of Aldermen sought to achieve during Monday’s special called meeting, but yet again, more individual disputes broke out. The lone item on the agenda was to review the power and authority of the board and Mayor in relation to the Civil Service Board. The […]
Jackson Kayak Needing To Hire To Meet Continued Demand
Jackson Kayak is looking to hire 11 additional employees to try and meet its order demands. Human Resources Manager Jeff Leach said Jackson Kayak has been averaging 400-500 units per week, sometimes reaching 600 units a week. Leach said due to difficulties navigating the backlog he anticipates facility expansion. “Right now we are hiring 11 […]
UC Forum To Connect Employers With Employees In Need Of Second Chance
A forum is set to help employers in need of employees see that citizens who’ve been in the criminal justice system could make the best hires. The forum is set for Monday from 1:00 PM-2:30 PM in Cookeville at 1000 England Drive Suite 201. Becky Hull is Executive Director of the Upper Cumberland Local Workforce […]
Byrdstown Hiring Of CFMO Puts Town In Compliance
The town of Byrdstown has a new Chief Financial Municipal Officer. The Board of Aldermen approved the hiring of CPA David Melton Monday. Mayor Sam Gibson said Melton already helps create the town’s budget each year, so he was the best option. “I think this is probably one of the smartest moves that we have […]
Cookeville Councilman Met With Attorneys On Mayor’s CRMC Hiring
Cookeville City Council Member Charles Womack said he has spoken to attorneys about the hiring of Cookeville Mayor Ricky Shelton by Cookeville Regional. Womack said the meeting happened about a month ago. “I’ve been going to bring this for about a month,” Womack said. “We had a legal meeting a month ago, and I talked […]
New Veteran Hiring Service Building Coming To Spencer
The Spencer American Legion Post is preparing to break ground on a new veteran services office. Post Commander Hansel Moore said the new 1,500 square foot space will assist veterans with finding work. “They’re estimating about 2,000 veterans in the state of Tennessee that are either homeless or near homeless,” Moore said. “Through professional and […]
Monterey Police In Need Of Part-Time Officer
The Monterey Police Department is running ads and taking applications to try and staff a part-time officer position. Police Chief Bill Randolph said the most difficult part of filling this position is finding someone certified to be an officer who wants to work part-time. Randolph said the need comes from having an officer who might […]
